BURBANK, CA (July 6, 2016) — Batman will need the help from several of his Super Hero pals — Green Arrow, Nightwing, The Flash and Robin – to take down a crew of Super-Villains on a scale he’s never seen before in Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants. Produced by DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Animation, this thrilling new addition to the Batman Unlimited animated film trilogy comes to DVD ($19.98 SRP) via Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on September 13, 2016 and on Digital HD on August 30, 2016 via purchase from digital retailers. Order due date is August 6, 2016.

The Dark Knight is back doing what he does best – protecting the citizens of Gotham City – in the third installment of the Batman Unlimited series, Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants. When evil scientist Mr. Freeze activates his latest invention on two of Gotham City’s most formidable criminals – Killer Croc and Bane – things go from bad to worse. Turning them into super-sized mutant monsters, the Super-Villains start bashing through the streets of Gotham City with no end in sight. It’s up to the Caped Crusader and his Super Hero team to save the day by putting the giant robot mechs in their place – but it will be an uphill battle as they face off against enormous foes.

Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants is produced and directed by Curt Ceda from a script written by Kevin Burke & Chris “Doc” Wyatt. Executive Producer is Sam Register. Benjamin Melniker and Michael Uslan are Executive Producers.

Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants follows Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts and Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem as the third release in a series of films rooted in Mattel’s popular Batman Unlimited merchandise line. The films feature characters, vehicles, designs and color schemes brought to life within this enthralling toy collection.

“Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants takes this trilogy to new heights in terms of action, adventure, techno-wizardry and sheer size of the Super-Villains … and Super Heroes,” said Mary Ellen Thomas, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Vice President, Family & Animation Marketing. “We are thrilled to deliver this exciting, fun film the whole family can enjoy together.”

DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ELEMENTS

Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants will be available to viewers for streaming and download to watch anywhere in high definition and standard definition on their favorite devices from select digital retailers including Amazon, CinemaNow, Flixster, iTunes, PlayStation, Vudu, Xbox and others. Starting August 30, 2016, Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. Mutants will also be available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and satellite providers, and on select gaming consoles.

ABOUT DIGITAL HD

*Digital HD allows fans to watch a digital version of their movie or TV show anywhere, on their favorite devices. Digital HD is included with the purchase of specially marked Blu-ray discs. Digital HD allows consumers to instantly stream and download movies and TV shows to TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones through UltraViolet retail services like CinemaNow, Flixster, VUDU and more. For more information on compatible devices go to wb.com/ultravioletdevices. Consult an UltraViolet Retailer for details and requirements and for a list of HD-compatible devices.

About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Inc.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment’s home video, digital distribution and interactive entertainment businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. An industry leader since its inception, WBHE oversees the global distribution of content through packaged goods (Blu-ray Disc and DVD) and digital media in the form of electronic sell-through and video-on-demand via cable, satellite, online and mobile channels, and is a significant developer and publisher for console and online video game titles worldwide. WBHE distributes its product through third party retail partners and licensees, as well as directly to consumers through WBShop.com and WB Ultra.

About DC Entertainment
DC Entertainment, home to iconic brands DC (Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, The Flash, etc.), Vertigo (Sandman, Fables, etc.) and MAD, is the creative division charged with strategically integrating across Warner Bros. and Time Warner. DC Entertainment works in concert with many key Warner Bros. divisions to unleash its stories and characters across all media, including but not limited to film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, and interactive games. Publishing thousands of comic books, graphic novels and magazines each year, DC Entertainment is one of the largest English-language publishers of comics in the world.

Warner Bros. Animation (WBA) is one of the leading producers of animation in the entertainment industry, producing and developing projects for multiple platforms, both domestically and internationally. WBA’s TV series include Be Cool Scooby-Doo!, Bunnicula, Justice League Action, Teen Titans Go!, The Tom and Jerry Show, Wabbit – A Looney Tunes Production for Cartoon Network, Mike Tyson Mysteries for Adult Swim and the forthcoming Green Eggs and Ham for Netflix. As the home of the iconic animated characters from DC, Hanna-Barbera, MGM and Looney Tunes libraries, WBA also produces highly successful animated films — including the DC Universe Animated Original Movies — for DVD. One of the most-honored animation studios in history, WBA has won six Academy Awards®, 35 Emmy® Awards, the George Foster Peabody Award, an Environmental Media Award, a Parents’ Choice Award, the HUMANITAS Prize, two Prism Awards and 20 Annie Awards (honoring excellence in animation).

You’ll need the monster-hunting brothers, Sam and Dean Winchester, as well as Castiel, Angel of the Lord!

Make sure to collect all three for your otherworldly adventures!

Coming in November!

Pop! Pins

With Pop! Pins you can accessorize with your favorite Pop! figure!

From do-gooders, like Batman, Flash, and Iron Man, to agents of chaos like Harley Quinn, Deadpool, and Loki, there’s something for everyone!

These 1.25 inch enamel Pop! Pins are coming in November!

Coming in November!

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/supernatural-in-your-pocket-and-pop-pins-for-flair-from-funko/feed/0126641@CollectDST Comic-Con Preview: Muppets, The Flash, Back to the Future and More! #SDCChttp://www.actionfigureinsider.com/collectdst-comic-con-preview-muppets-the-flash-back-to-the-future-and-more-sdcc/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/collectdst-comic-con-preview-muppets-the-flash-back-to-the-future-and-more-sdcc/#respondMon, 29 Jun 2015 14:00:38 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=120860Comic-Con is fast approaching, and Diamond Select Toys has revealed a plethora of new items (coming to stores this fall) that will be on display there! With their first-ever product from The Muppets, several new products from Back to the Future, plus new items from Marvel Comics’ Secret Wars, Aliens, Batman, Justice League, Nightmare Before Christmas, Tarot and Sponge Bob SquarePants, it’s the best of all worlds! Read on for pictures and details, then pre-order through your local comic shop (www.comicshoplocator.com), your favorite online retailer, or diamondselecttoys.com!

Aliens Minimates Deluxe Power Loader & Alien Queen Asst.

A Diamond Select Toys Release! These Minimates are monstrous! For the first time in DST’s line of Minimates based on the Aliens franchise, collectors will get two deluxe-sized sets containing two deluxe-sized Minimates! Ripley’s Power Loader comes with Ripley and a Battle-Damaged Alien Warrior, while the Queen Alien comes with Bishop (who can be impaled on her tail) and an Alien Warrior. Plus, both sets come with Alien eggs, facehuggers and chestbursters! Each set comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUL152206, SRP: $14.99/ea.)

A Diamond Select Toys Release! “Hey, Batman! You stink so bad, I can smell you from here!” The first vinyl bank from DST based on Batman: The Animated Series is none other than the villainous Joker! Depicted in his famous animated look, the Joker features high quality collectible sculpting and paint applications, and also has a coin slot on the back to store his ill-gotten gains! An access door in his base returns the money to its rightful owners, and the bank comes packaged in a clear polybag. Sculpted by Steve Varner Studios. (Item #JUL152191, SRP: $22.99)

A Diamond Select Toys Release! DST continues their line of Femme Fatales statues based on Batman: The Animated Series, and Poison Ivy and Batgirl are now joined by the Clown Princess of Crime, Harley Quinn! This 9” PVC statue captures the Joker’s partner-in-crime standing on top of the Bat-signal after defacing it with a can of spray paint! That oughta impress Mr. J! Statue comes packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Steve Varner Studios. (Item #JUL152194, SRP: $45.00)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Itching to expand on your bust collection? DST is seeding their Batman: The Animated Series line with a brand-new bust of Poison Ivy, the Batman villainess with a soft spot for plants! Dr. Pamela Isley is the third bust in the series, allowing her to team up with Harley Quinn against Batman himself! Capturing Bruce Timm’s timeless design in three dimensions, this approximately 6” tall bust of the bellicose botanist sits atop a decorative base inspired by the show and comes packaged in a full-color box with a certificate of authenticity. Limited to 3,000 pieces! (Item #JUL152193, SRP: $59.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Everyone knows that the Batmobile has a lot under the hood, but now it’s got something else under there: your change! This vinyl version of the Batmobile from the Batman Classic TV Series measures 9 inches long, and has a coin slot between the seats and an access door in the base, meaning this high-quality vinyl replica is also a bank, for storing your non-giant pennies and scarred silver dollars. Park it in your home Batcave! Packaged in a clear polybag. (Item #JUL152195, SRP: $22.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! When you need a bottle opener, there’s no time to dilly-dally. Show your friends how fast you are at fulfilling your hosting duties with this metal bottle opener in the shape of the Flash’s logo from Justice League! Cast in solid metal and measuring approximately 4 inches long, this opener also has magnets on the back, so you can stick it to your refrigerator or global threat monitoring station for a more rapid response time. Thirst never waits! Packaged in a full-color slipcase. (Item #JUL152192, SRP: $18.00)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Is it hot? No, it’s ice cold! DST revisits their bestselling electronic 1:15 scale Time Machine from Back to the Future in a new, 30th Anniversary edition box set! Having just arrived in our time from 1985, this Version 1 Time Machine features lights and sounds, plus a thin coating of “frost” over its entire surface, to replicate the effects of time travel. Bonus accessories include flaming tire tracks, a license plate you can pose like it’s spinning, and a case of plutonium! (Not actual plutonium.) Set comes packaged in a full-color window box. (Item #JUL152196, SRP: $59.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Want to travel from 2015 to 1985 to 1955 to 1885 in the comfort of your own home? Well, now you can! This fully licensed Back to the Future Monopoly board game provides hors of fun as you collect locations and time-hop through the world of the BTTF trilogy! The game board features all-new properties taken straight from the films, including Café ’80s and Doc’s Mansion, plus you get new “Chance” and Community Chest” cards, and new die-cast metal game pieces of the time machine, Einstein the dog, the cowboy hat, the futuristic sneaker, the hoverboard and the famous Hill Valley clock! Game comes packaged in a full-color box resembling a case of plutonium. (Item #JUL152198, SRP: $39.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s time for Minimates to go back to the future! DST is revisiting their popular Back to the Future Minimates mini-figure line, with new box sets featuring never-before-made characters! First up is a brand new set from 2015, featuring three all-new characters ­­– Griff Tannen, Marlene McFly and Marty McFly, Jr. — plus a new figure of two-tie-wearing Marty McFly, Sr.! Each Minimates mini-figure features 14 points of articulation and interchangeable parts and accessories, including Griff’s Pit Bull hoverboard. Packaged in a full-color blister card. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUL152197, SRP: $19.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Ring in the new year(s) in style with these three Back to the Future Reelware glass tumblers, featuring all-new artwork capturing the most exciting moments of the BTTF trilogy! From the first movie, Doc Brown connects the crucial power cords in 1955! From the second film, the Time Machine cruises the skyways in 2015! And from the third film, the arrival of the Time Train from 1885! Collect all three glasses to complete the trilogy – you’ll feel like you’re drinking in a different century with each one! Package in a full-color window box.

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s been 15 years since the debut of the comic book Tarot: Witch of the Black Rose, so DST is reteaming with Broadsword Comics for a new statue of Tarot’s sister, Raven Hex! Featuring an entirely new sculpt, this PVC statue of Raven Hex, sister of Tarot, measures approximately 9 inches in a sultry black dress. With the goblin Mudwart by her side, she stands atop an open-book display base, which combines with her sister Tarot’s base to form the complete tome. Packaged in a full-color window box. Sculpted by Sam Greenwell! (Item #JUL152209, SRP: $45.00)

A Secret Wars tie-in! A Diamond Select Toys release! Every year, DST unleashes a horde of Marvel’s Villain Zombies on the world, in the form of a new four-pack of Marvel Minimates! This year, with worlds colliding over in Secret Wars, even our zombie box set is not immune to the effects! Villain Zombie versions of Pyro, Bullseye and the Vulture have been invaded by an Ultron Drone from the Age of Ultron. No matter who wins, we lose! Each 2-inch Minimates mini-figure features 14 points of articulation as well as interchangeable parts and accessories. Packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUL152208, SRP: $19.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Forsooth, the Odinson approacheth! Capturing Marvel’s God of Thunder in all his 1970s glory, this retro-style action figure set features a cloth-costumed Thor just as he looked when he was released by the Mego Corporation in his first action figure appearance! With his hammer, helmet, and long golden hair, Thor comes packaged inside a vintage-style window box. Thor also comes with two extra heads and outfits to change into his alter ego, Dr. Donald Blake, as well as a more modern take on the hero, complete with an updated hammer. All are packaged in a display-ready gift tray. Limited to 3,000 sets! Designed and Sculpted by EMCE Toys! (Item #JUL152207, SRP: $80.00)

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s time to light the lights! DST is proud to introduce the very talented Muppets to the Minimates line! This first series of two-packs features the Muppet Show’s greatest stars, including Kermit with Miss Piggy, Fozzie with Scooter, Gonzo with the Swedish Chef, and Stunt Show Gonzo with a “Batter-Damaged” Swedish Chef. Each Minimates mini-figure features up to 14 points of articulation, as well as interchangeable parts and accessories. Each two-pack is packaged on a full-color blister card. (Item #JUL152202, SRP: $9.99/ea.)

A Diamond Select Toys release! The beautiful creation of Dr. Finkelstein, Sally now has her very own coffin to relax in! The star of Tim Burton’s stop-motion masterpiece, The Nightmare Before Christmas, this 16-inch tall doll of Sally is a must for any home that embraces the spirit of Halloween. With a fully articulated body and a real cloth costume, this exacting re-creation of the classic Sally figure features a unique head sculpt and will rest comfortably in her coffin-shaped window box until the times comes for her to rise once again! Limited to 1994 pieces! (Item #JUL152205, SRP: $49.99)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Who says Christmas can only come once a year? This all-new assortment of Nightmare Before Christmas Minimates features eight new blind-bagged figures, including The Pumpkin King, Santa Claus, Santa Jack, the Easter Bunny, Zero, new versions of Jack and Sally, and a rare, one-per-case glowing Zero! There’s a full set in every case of 18 foil bags, and each Minimates mini-figure features up to 14 points of articulation as well as interchangeable parts. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUL152204, SRP: $5.99/ea.)

A Diamond Select Toys release! Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy… UNITE! The superheroes of SpongeBob SquarePants’ undersea world have joined the SpongeBob Minimates line, and this assortment couldn’t get any more super! Super-chums Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy make up one 2-pack, with another dedicated to Super Acquaintances SpongeBob (as Quickster) and Patrick (as Elastic Waistband). Mr. Krabs’ daughter Pearl comes with happy fish Harold, plus be on the lookout for a rare, one-per-case 2-pack of Robot Mr. Krabs with an angry Harold! Each Minimates mini-figure features up to 14 points of articulation as well as interchangeable parts and accessories, and each 2-pack comes packaged on a full-color blister card. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUL152203, SRP: $9.99/ea.)

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/sdcc15-exclusive-arrow-and-flash-tv-super-hero-fight-club-mug-pen-holder-from-iconheroes/feed/1119351Arrow & The Flash Pop! and ReAction Figureshttp://www.actionfigureinsider.com/arrow-the-flash-pop-and-reaction-figures/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/arrow-the-flash-pop-and-reaction-figures/#commentsFri, 27 Mar 2015 17:09:24 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=115973Residents of Starling City, have no fear, these Pop!’s & ReAction Figures have not yet failed your city!
Funko is bringing Oliver Queen and company to life with our new Pop! & ReAction Series!
(Salmon Ladder not included)

ReAction Figures: Arrow

Available in July!

Pop! Television: Arrow

Available in May!
His name is Barry Allen and he’s the fastest man alive!
Central City’s favorite speedster is making his debut!
We couldn’t forget Captain Cold either!
What’s a speedster without his rogues?

It’s the day before Toy Fair 2015 starts and the floodgates of information and reveals have opened. Here is your first look at the recently announced 3.75″ retro Flash Gordon figures from our friends at Bif Bang Pow! These figures are overflowing with 80’s goodness!

There will be lots more Toy Fair 2015, Bif ban Pow and even more Flash Gordon news starting tomorrow here on AFi!

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/toy-fair-2015-bif-bang-pows-3-75-flash-gordon-figures-tfny/feed/7114027Justice League Throne of Atlantis Premiere Coveragehttp://www.actionfigureinsider.com/justice-league-throne-of-atlantis-premiere-coverage/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/justice-league-throne-of-atlantis-premiere-coverage/#commentsTue, 13 Jan 2015 09:50:44 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=112402Earlier tonight I attended the premiere of the new Warner Bros Animated film “Justice League Throne of Atlantis”. The story tells Aquaman’s origin and how he joins the League as well as picking up where the team left off in “Justice League War”. The movie will be available in all forms January 21st.

Here are my interviews with the cast and crew on the red carpet:

Sumalee Montano as Mera-

Character Designer Phil Bourassa-

Sam Witwer as Orm, Ocean Master-

Matt Lanter as Aquaman-

Screenwriter Heath Corson-

Jason O’Mara as Batman-

Christopher Gorham as The Flash-

Spoiler Free Review:

The bottom line is that I enjoyed it. I enjoy the animation style and overall world building these animated films have been going for. I thought the voice acting and team dynamic was much better with the League this time out and feel this movie will please Aquaman’s fans for his much needed due onscreen. My only complaint is that the story seems familiar to me as a fan of “JLU” and “Young Justice” but that’s it. A recommended addition to the DC Animation catalog.

Also, Don’t Miss Out on a Flash-specific WizKids Organized Play Event at Local Retailers

Hillside, NJ — November 12, 2014 — WizKids, the industry leader in quality pre-painted collectible miniatures, released new DC Comics HeroClix: The Flash booster sets to North American retail today (please note that European release dates may vary). The DC Comics HeroClix: The Flash 5-figure Booster Packs feature the characters — past, present and future — who have used the moniker of The Flash, along with his infamous rogues gallery. DC Comics HeroClix: The Flash picks up the pace with the premiere of the new Speedforce power — making for exciting and dynamic game play that gives each speedster character their own unique twist.

WizKids also celebrates DC Comics The Flash with the release of the DC Comics HeroClix: “The Rogues” Fast Forces pack which features six classic Flash foes including Mirror Master, Weather Wizard and Heat Wave along with two new maps of the Flash Museum (Indoor and Outdoor) at a wallet-friendly MSRP of $16.99 USD.To celebrate the launch of both DC Comics HeroClix products, WizKids is hosting special Release Day Organized Play (OP) events focusing on these boosters. Retailers hosting the Organized Play events will stock limited-edition prizes to distribute to winners of various categories. (Note to interested retailers: Please contact your distributor for OP kits).Make sure to visit http://wizkidseventsystem.com ASAP to find out if your local HeroClix retailer is hosting an event!

I attended the premiere of the new direct-to-video movie “Justice League: War”. I was able to get brief interviews with some of the cast & crew in attendance. All that and my review of the movie after the jump…

Last night I was lucky to attend the West Coast Premiere of “Justice League: War” held at the Paley Center in Beverly Hills. Before I get into my spoiler-free review, below are a few brief video interviews with some of the cast & crew.

First up is Character Designer Phil Bourassa talking about designing the characters & tackling the enviable task of creating a new cohesive look for what will hopefully be a series of “Justice League” movies:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMEL6WTvPZ4[/youtube]

Actor Steven Blum talks about jumping into the DC Universe after years of being known as Wolverine:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed7FJtonW6Q[/youtube]

Screenwriter Heath Corson talks about the movie “Midnight Run” as his inspiration for the Green Lantern/Batman scenes as well as some of his fantasy projects:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsXY_ONOSvw[/youtube]

Shemar Moore discusses the role of Cyborg and possible future in live action DC movies:

Producer James Tucker talks about the development of “Justice League: War” and Bruce Timm:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ARY1TelmGY[/youtube]

Director Jay Oliva talks about his process and mentions working on the new “Batman vs. Superman” movie:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQgYdUxnhG0[/youtube]

Actor Christopher Gorham’s kids were not impressed with him being a super-hero:

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faPRM9ZbKjc[/youtube]

Hope you enjoyed that, now on to the movie itself…

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3F9ASSsHUk[/youtube]

I really enjoyed it is quite simply the case. I can easily say that this is one of the better DC Animated movies and that’s saying a lot. They have a pretty great track record and do make an effort to put out a great product. I’m very excited about the fact that this movie is laying the ground work for a broader series of films, creating a cohesive movie universe, something I’ve wanted in both the animated and live-action realm for quite some time.

I’ll keep this review short, but I would like to point out some standouts of the movie before I wrap up. I loved Justin Kirk as Hal Jordan, probably my favorite part of the movie was his performance and the way he played off of the rest of the characters. The voice acting in general is pretty great, including King Candy himself, Alan Tudyk as Superman, who is by the way unrecognizable in the role and does a great job. Thanks to the recent “Dark Knight Returns” adaptations I’ve become a fan of director Jay Oliva and his kinetic action style. My favorite scene in the movie is the very anime inspired birth of Cyborg scene which is very well choreographed and animated. My final thought on the movie was that I really enjoyed the sense of urgency that brings the team together, it felt very much like “The Avengers” and I mean that as high praise. That an animated movie can make you feel the action and be as emotionally invested in characters in one 70 minute movie compared to an ultra budget live action movie that took 4 other movies to get you to that point, I’m pretty impressed.

“Justice League: War” will be available in stores Tuesday, Feb. 4th, I highly recommend it! Also make sure you watch the credits for a tease of what’s to come…

]]>http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/justice-league-war-premiere-coverage-review/feed/1396221New For 2014 – Mattel’s DC Total Heroes Wave 1http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/new-for-2014-mattels-dc-total-heroes-wave-1/
http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/new-for-2014-mattels-dc-total-heroes-wave-1/#commentsTue, 14 Jan 2014 07:23:42 +0000http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/?p=95386The next new Mattel line we are looking at for 2014 is the 6″ mass retail value line “DC Total Heroes.” This first wave of the 6″ figures is now hitting mass retail shelves and on-line retailers such as Amazon.com and BigBadToyStore.com. This line of stylize figures that utilize the same basic “buck” will be a hybrid line at both mass retail and quarterly releases on MattyCollector.com.

This is meant to be a “budget” line for kids and collectors. Still 6″ in height, but with fewer paint ops and less articulation than a figure like Mattel’s DC Universe classics line in order the keep the suggested retail price down to around $10.